2020 Volkswagen Golf R TSBs
322 Technical Service Bulletins across 15 categories
Categories
Engine
99 bulletinsVolkswagen Engine Oil Standards
Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
Lubricating engine components before reassembly.
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programming function: A software fix is needed to correct multiple test plans: All basic settings test for the following components - Fill and bleed cooling system issue, N493, J338, Camshaft, V465 etc. Use this test for all the basic setting. You will need to select the component you need to run the basic settings. But there are also stand-alone tests for each of those components.
Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color
How to measure engine oil consumption.
Proper engine oil level before leaving the factory.
Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
Fuel Additive to prevent sporatic misfire
Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards (U.S.
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Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant
Engine Oil Standards
A list of engine oil that meet Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
How to perform the engine oil consumption measurement
Checking Engine Oil and correctly reading dip stick
Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid
Fuel additive to help with misfire faults
Engine Oil Standards
Engine oil quality standards
Engine Oil Pressure-Priming
Engine Assembly Tip
Engine Replacement Tip
Engine No Start, ECM shorted due to incorrect battery removal
Engine oil quality standards
Engine oil quality standards
Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance Plans Interim AdBlue Refills -? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen Carefree...
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Maintenance Program for all Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Gasoline Engines.
VW Engine oil quality standards
VW Engine oil quality standards
Engine Crank, No Start or No -J623- ECM Communication with DTC U0100 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
VW Engine oil quality standards
VW Engine oil quality standards
VW Engine oil quality standards
VW Engine oil quality standards
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.
Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
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Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance plans for Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Diesel Engines.
Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Gasoline Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil ) excluding Routan & ID.4attachments.
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(excludes Routan & ID.4)
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments.
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(excludes Routan & ID.4)
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments.
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(excludes Routan & ID.4)
Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments.
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(excludes Routan & ID.4)
Engine oil consumption measurement.
VW engine oil specifications.
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Update to model year applicability.
VW engine oil specifications.
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Update to attachments.
Checking engine oil during PDI.
Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.
Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
Engine oil pressure priming.
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Engine oil consumption measurement.
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Update procedure and work sheet.
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Properly checking and reading engine oil level instruction
Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid.
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Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
Engine oil consumption measurement.
Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.
Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match...
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exterior paint finish.
Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
Engine oil level checking, updated to include model year 2021
Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
Timing chain reset adaptation.
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
Engine Oil Checking at Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI).
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Updated to include model year 2020 applicability.
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
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Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
Engine oil quality standards.
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Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.
Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
Other
60 bulletinsInquiries
Difference between Component fluid leakage and seepage
Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
Coolant Bleed Procedure
GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement
G12Evo can now be mixed with previous coolants.
CV Boot replacement
Water migration under the RAPGARD protection when vehicle arrives at dealership.
Internal Moisture Accumulation
Additional reporting
Fluid requirements
KESSY Key adaptation
Mandatory Fastener Replacement
Remote Key testing & replacement.
Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
Helpline & Parts Dept.
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contact information.
Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw
Generator Replacement
KESSY Key Adaptation.
This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-01
Water migration underneath transportation covering (RAPGARD).
Driver Seat, Memory Set procedure.
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06.
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Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility
This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06
Release Notes Supplement.
Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
This dealer memo is an informational memo explaining the new mobile app (formerly Car-Net app) as well as new tips for...
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March.
This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information
Diagnostic assistance for Hands free calling, Voice commands, Emergency call and Communication.
Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
Rest procedure for OCU
Vehicle delivery by-pack instruction.
Parts ordering information
MQB KESSY adaptation tip.
This Document was revised to include 2021 Model Year
Data link diagnostics and tips
MQB KESSY adaptation tip
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
This dealer memo is an informational memo regarding the previous communication we sent out for the OCU3 Replacements.
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Dealers are still asking questions and we wanted to clarify further. The previous issue was fixed on 11/20/2020.
This dealer memo is an informational memo regarding to stop OCU3 Replacement until after 11/20/2020.
Mandatory fastener.
Autonomous data event gathering
metadata adjustment.
To include additional model year applicability and procedural steps for A.C.
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line pin removal & installation.
Apple Car Play Information
New machine version added to table.
Apple car play function.
By-pack instruction for PDI, include additional model year applicability.
Car-Net OCU information.
Car-Net requirement at PDI.
Car-Net technical handling.
By-pack instruction for PDI, include additional model year applicability.
Autonomous data event gathering
Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication - March 10, 2020
ERP fault information.
Remote start diagnostic information.
Include additional photo's of water ingress.
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Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
Software & Calibration
45 bulletinsHow to manage software versions using VW diagnostic Tool
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
Update model year applicability to include 2023.
ACC Calibration Process
Instruction for set-up of SD creator to obtain Software updates.
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Bulletin updated to include additional certificate information.
Instruction for set-up of SD creator to obtain Software updates.
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Bulletin updated to include additional model year applicability.
Update to the transport mode removal test plan under the Service title.
update to required vehicle wash shampoo.
Cleaning of Heating and Ventilation system, Updated to include additional model year applicability and cost of cleaning...
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solution in warranty table.
MQB KESSY adaptation tip.
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Updated to include Taos.
Update model and model year applicability, introduce new coolant G12Evo.
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
Update to model year applicability.
SD creator instruction, updated to include model year 2022.
Immobilizer Key adaptation test plan.
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Update to model applicability.
Software Version Management (SVM)
Immobilizer Key/Key Remote Adaptation Test Plan, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction updated to include model year 2021
Updated to include an additional model year applicability.
Updated key ordering protocol
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
Metadata update.
Water Migration Under the RAPGARD transportation protection.
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Updated to include additional model year applicability
Update brochure part number and recording URL.
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Update model and model year applicability.
Updated to include model year 2021
Updated to include 2021 Model year applicability.
Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
Generator replacement, updated to include model years 2020 & 2021
Additional Guided Functions programming assistance.
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Updated to include additional model year applicability.
Update to model metadata to accommodate 2019 Jetta pull-ahead.
Update to existing information.
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Update to model year applicability.
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant.
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Introducing new coolant type.
Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant.
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Introducing new coolant type.
Update model applicability to MY 2020.
Update to model year and model applicability
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
Update to mode; and model year applicability.
Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
Update model and model year applicability.
Quick Reference Update Guide.
SD Set-up to Obtain Software updates.
Electrical
41 bulletinsThis is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle...
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programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the error message ERP0204E could occur during perform initial operation, software configuration, SVM updates for any control module(s) etc.
Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors
This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle...
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programming function: A software fix is needed to correct a test that is not reading any information from the battery data module (BDM) and will output:
Inspecting sensors for damage
Battery testing
Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the R1234yf Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.
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Only) updated to adjust Flush machine filter pricing.
Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns
Flushing an R1234YF A/C circuit using a flush machine
Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger.
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Update Tool terminology
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
Notifying customers they can take advantage of complimentary safe and secure after their complimentary software update
Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
Procedure before remote key battery replacement
Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger.
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Updated to include additional model year applicability.
Park Assist Sensors Providing False Warnings.
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Updated to include additional model year applicability.
Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.
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Updated to include additional model year applicability and front bumper R & I clarification.
Battery adaptation when battery labels are missing.
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Update to model year applicability.
Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates
Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS
Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
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Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.
Battery Testing and Charging using recommended VW test equipment.
Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.
Parking Assist Sensors Providing False Warnings.
Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.
Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.
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Updated to include Atlas front bumper R & I w/ labor operation number
Battery testing using VW special tools, updated to include additional model year applicability and include I.D.4.
Explanation of error message received from scan tool when erasing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in Control Module...
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-623- after repair.
Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.
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Updated to add "Atlas Only" to clamping washer required part in parts table.
Ready status for J949 Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit.
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Model/model year update to existing tip.
Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.
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Updated to correct part number.
Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit
Rest procedure for Control Module for Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit -J949-
Key battery diagnosis, updated to include additional model year applicability.
Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
Battery Id for testing
Instruction on how to create S/D cards used to update programming on various control modules.
Voltage Drop Testing.
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Updated for picture clarity.
Voltage Drop Testing.
REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references.
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ADDED EFB to "Select correct battery type" in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.
Vehicle Fuse location assistance.
HVAC & Climate
17 bulletinsHVAC duct cleaning and deodorizing
A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure.
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Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number
A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
Additional instruction before replacing A/C compressor.
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Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen.
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Updated to include ID.4
Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen.
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Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
A/C Compressor replacement requirements, updated to include additional model year applicability.
R1234YF A/C Flush instruction, updated instruction step 27.
Removing musty odor from A/C system.
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Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
A/C system flush instruction.
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Updated to include an additional flush machine.
A/C cap leak diagnosis.
A/C requirements, update to title.
Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
Statement referring to TB 2043893 removed.
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To include additional models and model year applicability. A.C. Compressor Replacement, GFF Required Regardless of Concern and Flush Requirement
Air Conditioning Compressor Leak Diagnosis.
Transmission
11 bulletinsCautions about using aftermarket transmission flush machines and aftermarket transmission fluids.
Diagnosing Manual Transmission Noise
Manual transmission noise diagnosing
Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
Manual transmission noise diagnostic assistance
Auto Trans fluid requirements.
Reverse gear function note.
Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.
"Additional Maintenance Items section: Transmission, automatic: Change fluid and filter (excluding Canada) (only...
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non-DSG Automatic Transmission) every 80,000 miles : REMOVED: ""and filter"""
"Additional Maintenance Items section: Brake fluid: CHANGED TO: "3 years after registration and then every 2 years...
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regardless of mileage" Sparkplugs: Replace at 40,000 miles: ADDED: Atlas Cross Sport Sparkplugs: Replace at 80,000 miles: ADDED: Atlas Cross Sport Transmission, automatic: Change fluid and filter: ADDED: ""(excluding Canada)"""
Fuel System
11 bulletinsEVAP and Leak Detection Pump replacement components.
A list of suggested fuel stations
EVAP Components replacement
Recommended Gasoline Quality
Gasoline fuel additive
EVAP components available separately or as an assembly.
Gasoline quality check.
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Update to model and model year applicability.
Gasoline quality.
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
Brakes
10 bulletinsBrake Repair or Replacement Information
Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.
Brake repair or replacement instruction.
Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation.
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Addition of mandatory brake form and reference to Volkswagen Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual.
Vibration / Pulsation or Noise when Braking.
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Update to include model year and worksheet.
Brake repair or replace worksheet.
Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation Instruction (U.S.
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Bake Vibration, Pulsation, Noise when braking during PDI
Antilock brake function test direction.
Antilock brake function test direction.
Air Bags & Safety
6 bulletinsThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit...
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replacement airbag inflators that are being installed in used vehicles.
Forigen objects inside seat belt buckle
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment.
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Update to model year applicability.
Airbag Issues.
Seat belt igniter location information.
Lighting
6 bulletinsGreen Light Does Not Illuminate
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation.
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Update model year applicability to include 2022.
Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.
CarNet, No green light at PDI
Addressing no green light for Car-Net.
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Update title.
Addressing no green light for Car-Net.
Body & Paint
6 bulletinsLack of paint under roof
Wind & Water Leak Checking
Paint inspection during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
Water under transportation wrapping appears as paint defect.
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Update model year applicability.
Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.
Calibration Mirror(s) information for special tool VAS 6430
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
4 bulletinsVehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
Recall Reminder Part Labels
USB connector outside influence damage not covered by warranty.
"Additional Maintenance Items section: Sparkplugs Replace at 40K miles: ADDED: GTI and Jetta GLI to exceptions.
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Sparkplugs Replace at 80K miles: ADDED: GTI and Jetta GLI to only models."
Infotainment
3 bulletinsInfotainment Worksheet (U.S.
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Navigation for addressing incorrect Part direction.
Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro.
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This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time without any discrepancy.
Tires & Wheels
2 bulletinsRequired Alignment Submission form.
Tire Chain Information (for California dealers only) All Model Years.
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Information only for all other dealers.
Suspension
1 bulletinStrut or Shock leak assessment.